general 'cross talk - Cyclocross Magazine2018-03-20T04:08:17Zhttp://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/forum/categories/1198434:Category:361/listForCategory?feed=yes&xn_auth=noGt Grade for amateur cx race?tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2018-01-03:1198434:Topic:1796462018-01-03T08:13:52.119Zjensen breckhttp://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/jensenbreck
<p>Hi,</p>
<p> I have round 2 of my local summer cx series coming up. Last week was my 1st ever go so i did it on my full sus; my only other bike is a carbon grade 105. This time round though i dont want to be lumbering round; but am worried that my grade will be too fragile (p.s i have a set of cx tires to put on so thats no issue, and it has a 36t inner ring which will do me).</p>
<p>I suppose the other thing i am thinking is, even if i put the cx tires on it i will still have to run…</p>
<p>Hi,</p>
<p> I have round 2 of my local summer cx series coming up. Last week was my 1st ever go so i did it on my full sus; my only other bike is a carbon grade 105. This time round though i dont want to be lumbering round; but am worried that my grade will be too fragile (p.s i have a set of cx tires to put on so thats no issue, and it has a 36t inner ring which will do me).</p>
<p>I suppose the other thing i am thinking is, even if i put the cx tires on it i will still have to run fairly high pressures as they are clinchers, so the comfort aspect and the grip might be awful.</p>
<p>Thoughts?</p>
<p>Please help.<br/>Thanks!<br/>I didn't find the right solution from the Internet.<br/>References:<a href="http://road.cc/content/forum/189968-gt-grade-amateur-cx-race">http://road.cc/content/forum/189968-gt-grade-amateur-cx-race</a></p>
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<p>Hi,</p>
<p> I'm after a n new cx bike and I'm struggling to see anything for £1k that beats the Boardman CX team in terms of spec. I want hydro disc brakes and can't find anything else that has them at that price. Buying on cycle to work so needs to be £1k or under.</p>
<p>Will be used for the occasional summer commute off road, and a mix of road/lanes/singletrack/forest roads at weekend.</p>
<p>Any suggestions?</p>
<p>Please help.<br></br>Thanks!<br></br>I didn't find the right solution from…</p>
<p>Hi,</p>
<p> I'm after a n new cx bike and I'm struggling to see anything for £1k that beats the Boardman CX team in terms of spec. I want hydro disc brakes and can't find anything else that has them at that price. Buying on cycle to work so needs to be £1k or under.</p>
<p>Will be used for the occasional summer commute off road, and a mix of road/lanes/singletrack/forest roads at weekend.</p>
<p>Any suggestions?</p>
<p>Please help.<br/>Thanks!<br/>I didn't find the right solution from the Internet.<br/>References:<a href="http://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/which-1k-cross-bike">http://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/which-1k-cross-bike</a></p>
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<p>Hey guys,<br></br>I've just whacked a new cx frame on Layby and was just going to throw all my old 8speed gear over onto it, but I've decided to chuck a newer groupset on. I was going to go 10 speed but I've heard that the 10 speed gear isn't as robust as the 9 speed stuff is for cross, and I'm probably going to be riding through some fairly dusty/sandy kind of terrain pretty regularly. Just wondering if anyone who has a bit of an idea can help me out.</p>
<p>Thanks in…</p>
<p>Hey guys,<br/>I've just whacked a new cx frame on Layby and was just going to throw all my old 8speed gear over onto it, but I've decided to chuck a newer groupset on. I was going to go 10 speed but I've heard that the 10 speed gear isn't as robust as the 9 speed stuff is for cross, and I'm probably going to be riding through some fairly dusty/sandy kind of terrain pretty regularly. Just wondering if anyone who has a bit of an idea can help me out.</p>
<p>Thanks in advance,</p>
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<p>I didn't find the right solution from the internet.<br/>References:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bicycles.net.au/forums/viewtopic.php?t=69195">http://www.bicycles.net.au/forums/viewtopic.php?t=69195</a></p>
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<p>My photo gallery from Charm City Cross 2017 up on GRIT.CX; a British #Cyclocross magazine:</p>
<p><a href="http://grit.cx/magazine/2017/10/charm-city-cross-2017-gallery">http://grit.cx/magazine/2017/10/charm-city-cross-2017-gallery</a></p>
<p><br></br>It is behind a subscriber wall, but the small cost/ month is well worth the content (at least for one month).</p>
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<p>For more (and better quality images) see my full gallery:…</p>
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<p>My photo gallery from Charm City Cross 2017 up on GRIT.CX; a British #Cyclocross magazine:</p>
<p><a href="http://grit.cx/magazine/2017/10/charm-city-cross-2017-gallery">http://grit.cx/magazine/2017/10/charm-city-cross-2017-gallery</a></p>
<p><br/>It is behind a subscriber wall, but the small cost/ month is well worth the content (at least for one month).</p>
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<p>For more (and better quality images) see my full gallery:</p>
<p><a href="https://kitestringstudio.smugmug.com/Charm-City-Cross-C1-2017/">https://kitestringstudio.smugmug.com/Charm-City-Cross-C1-2017/</a></p>
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<p>Can also see a few of the images here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erikannis/">https://www.instagram.com/erikannis/</a></p> 2016 Charm City Cross race photographytag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2017-10-04:1198434:Topic:1770752017-10-04T20:22:19.408ZErik_Ahttp://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/ErikAnnis
<p>My “The Big Picture” photo set is up on CXHairs.com now. Recapping last year's 2016 Charm City Cross race (this year's event is in Baltimore this weekend).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.cxhairs.com/2017/10/04/the-big-picture-2016-charm-city-cyclocross-erik-annis/">http://www.cxhairs.com/2017/10/04/the-big-picture-2016-charm-city-cyclocross-erik-annis/…</a></p>
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<p>My “The Big Picture” photo set is up on CXHairs.com now. Recapping last year's 2016 Charm City Cross race (this year's event is in Baltimore this weekend).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.cxhairs.com/2017/10/04/the-big-picture-2016-charm-city-cyclocross-erik-annis/">http://www.cxhairs.com/2017/10/04/the-big-picture-2016-charm-city-cyclocross-erik-annis/</a></p>
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<p>I just got the "Canyon is Here" email with info that the USA website is live.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/inflite">https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/inflite</a></p>
<p>Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race - $1799 info:</p>
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<li>FRAME CANYON INFLITE AL SLX</li>
<li>FORK CANYON F21 - ONE ONE FOUR SL DISC</li>
<li>HEADSET ACROS THE CLAMP</li>
<li>REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM RIVAL 1, 11S</li>
<li>DERAILLEUR HANGER NO. 23</li>
<li>BRAKE/SHIFT LEVERS SRAM RIVAL 1, 11S</li>
<li>BRAKES…</li>
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<p>I just got the "Canyon is Here" email with info that the USA website is live.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/inflite">https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road/inflite</a></p>
<p>Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race - $1799 info:</p>
<ul>
<li>FRAME CANYON INFLITE AL SLX</li>
<li>FORK CANYON F21 - ONE ONE FOUR SL DISC</li>
<li>HEADSET ACROS THE CLAMP</li>
<li>REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM RIVAL 1, 11S</li>
<li>DERAILLEUR HANGER NO. 23</li>
<li>BRAKE/SHIFT LEVERS SRAM RIVAL 1, 11S</li>
<li>BRAKES SRAM RIVAL 1</li>
<li>CASSETTE SRAM PG-1130, 11S</li>
<li>WHEELSET DT SWISS CR 1600 SPLINE DB</li>
<li>TIRES SCHWALBE X-ONE, 33 MM</li>
<li>CRANKS QUARQ PRIME, 11S</li>
<li>CHAINRINGS 40</li>
<li>CHAIN SRAM PC-1110</li>
<li>BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM GXP PRESSFIT</li>
<li>STEM CANYON V13</li>
<li>HANDLEBAR CANYON H17 ERGO AL</li>
<li>HANDLEBAR TAPE CANYON ERGOSPEED GEL</li>
<li>SADDLE SELLE ITALIA X1</li>
<li>SEAT POST CANYON S23 VCLS CF (25 MM SETBACK)</li>
<li>SEAT CLAMP CANYON CLAMP SL</li>
<li>PEDALS NONE INCLUDED</li>
<li>FRAME SIZES XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL</li>
<li>COLOR MIAMI SUNSET</li>
<li>WEIGHT 8,8 KG (SIZE M)</li>
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<p>For anyone serious about buying a top-line racing cyclocross bike, but doesn’t have the extra funds or personal sponsorships, the Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race will be a perfect option. Equipped with much of the same high-level components as the CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race, this version of the bike will save you loads with only the most modest weight gain. The AL SLX frame made from a smooth welded alu includes vibration-reducing seat stays that will work to channel your pedal power to the trail. Similarly, the oval chain stays offer greater clearance for the tires while keeping the back-end super stiff. The VCLS technology used for frame and fork ensure that the ride is comfy while keeping the frame effective and responsive. The SRAM Rival groupset will be a reliable companion, and for the crank you’ll even get the power meter-ready X1-compatible Quarq Prime aluminum crank. The touch points are all Canyon in-house parts that are designed to keep the handling sharp and the comfort high with the H17 Ergo AL handlebars, V13 durable stem, and the Canyon S23 CF seatpost. The DT Swiss CR 1600 Spline DB wheelset combined with the 33mm Schwalbe X-One tubeless compatible tires will form a durable, responsive team to keep your momentum over tough sections and grip in a wide range of course conditions. The Inflite AL SLX 8.0 Pro Race will get you through the cross season with ease and within budget.</p> Green tread / Michelin Mud's.... shoestag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2017-04-26:1198434:Topic:1750892017-04-26T16:21:57.890ZErik_Ahttp://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/ErikAnnis
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<p></p> Latest issuetag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2016-10-31:1198434:Topic:1728642016-10-31T22:33:19.271ZTodd H.http://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/ToddH
<p>I haven't seen the latest issue (since the Matt K issue) at my Barnes &amp; Noble. Am I missing something? Hoping Santa will get me a subscription. </p>
<p>I haven't seen the latest issue (since the Matt K issue) at my Barnes &amp; Noble. Am I missing something? Hoping Santa will get me a subscription. </p> race results - no DNF or DQtag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2016-09-26:1198434:Topic:1725532016-09-26T23:21:43.821ZSeth Waitehttp://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/SethWaite
<p>Hello all -- my first race in a while - 3/4/5 45+. In a bit of bad luck, I flatted my tire coming off the practice lap and into the grid. I ran for a new tire (to my car, not the pit), and got it on just as the whistle blew for the start. I was in last, last, last place. I crept up and blew the rear. I ran to the pit, left my bike and went for a another new tire in my car. Of course, the race was blown too. But I wanted some laps and got back in. I stayed out of the way and finished…</p>
<p>Hello all -- my first race in a while - 3/4/5 45+. In a bit of bad luck, I flatted my tire coming off the practice lap and into the grid. I ran for a new tire (to my car, not the pit), and got it on just as the whistle blew for the start. I was in last, last, last place. I crept up and blew the rear. I ran to the pit, left my bike and went for a another new tire in my car. Of course, the race was blown too. But I wanted some laps and got back in. I stayed out of the way and finished the race. I couldn't hear what the ref said at the end, but I crossed the finish. </p>
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<p>Question is -- I got no results. No DQ, no DNF, nothing. Just curious as to why.</p> Looking for a new or used Cross bike for racing with upright geometrytag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2016-03-10:1198434:Topic:1688822016-03-10T17:09:02.138ZAngus Colehttp://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/AngusCole
Sorry if I miss spell words or forget periods bare with me hear,I raced in a CX race last season and rented a bike from my local LBS it was a trek Crockett 54,it was my first CX race and now I'm hooked,I bought a used Trek Cronus ultimate from a friend and love it but was in a hit and run accident and can no longer ride the bike,so I'll let you know this,in 2009 I was involved in an accident in which I broke my spine,I can't bend over much on my bike so I'm looking for suggestions for CX bike…
Sorry if I miss spell words or forget periods bare with me hear,I raced in a CX race last season and rented a bike from my local LBS it was a trek Crockett 54,it was my first CX race and now I'm hooked,I bought a used Trek Cronus ultimate from a friend and love it but was in a hit and run accident and can no longer ride the bike,so I'll let you know this,in 2009 I was involved in an accident in which I broke my spine,I can't bend over much on my bike so I'm looking for suggestions for CX bike that have a great upright/relaxed geometry,I don't have the funds to buy custom so I want a bike that would be comfy for racing and such,is the Specialized Crux a upright frame?please help with suggestions.thanks and go!